We are recruiting an Engineering Team Leader / Experienced Fitter to join a well-established fast paced manufacturing / food processing site.
This is a hands-on leadership position, reporting into the Engineering Shift Manager, with responsibility for leading mechanical, electrical and multi-skilled engineers on shift and ensuring plant reliability, safety and performance.
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Key Responsibilities
* Lead and support mechanical, electrical and multi-skilled engineers on shift
* Act as deputy to the Engineering Shift Manager when required
* Prioritise and allocate engineering work to maintain production output
* Drive planned and preventative maintenance using CMMS / SAP PPM
* Diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical faults and breakdowns
* Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety, COSHH and permit-to-work systems
* Support training, mentoring and development of engineers and semi-skilled staff
* Coordinate contractors and visiting engineers for upgrades and improvement works
* Maintain accurate engineering documentation and records
* Promote 5S standards and environmental compliance across the site
Candidate Profile
* Time-served engineer / fitter with a minimum of 4 years’ industrial experience
* Strong mechanical or electrical background
* Previous team lead, supervisory or step-up leadership experience
* Strong fault-finding capability and sound decision‑making skills
* IT literate with experience of CMMS systems (SAP advantageous)
* Proactive, organised and safety-focused approach
* Food manufacturing or food processing environment
* Hydraulics and pneumatics knowledge
* Strong communication and people leadership skills
What’s on Offer
* Salary highly competitive plus overtime
* Permanent, stable role within a well-invested site
* Clear leadership responsibility and progression opportunity
* Supportive, safety-led engineering culture
How to Apply
Apply via LinkedIn or message directly for a confidential discussion.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Food and Beverage Manufacturing, Manufacturing, and Engineering Services
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